The moment Lionel Messi ‘smiled’ his PRAISING victory, the Argentinian players hugged each other emotionally after winning Copa America 2024

Argentina successfully defended the Copa America 2024 championship.

 

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Messi’s happy smile when Martinez became the hero to score for Argentina in the Copa America 2024 final against Colombia

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Right after the goal, Martinez ran to hug Messi on the bench to comfort his senior. Before that, Messi had to leave the field early due to injury.

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The final whistle blew, Martinez sealed a 1-0 victory for Argentina.

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Messi turned into a child, jumping up to celebrate with the whole team. This is also the 16th time Argentina has won the Copa America championship.

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Teammates all came to share joy with Messi

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Di Maria with the joy of victory, he smiled brightly. In the last match of his career in the national team shirt, Di Maria had a very complete day.

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Before leaving the field, Di Maria cried and waved to the audience.

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Argentina players hug each other emotionally after victory

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Emotional moments on the day Argentina won the championship

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Martinez hugs De Paul

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Argentine fans celebrate in the stands

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Messi and his teammates successfully defended the Copa America championship, Colombia finished second.